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Legal Assistant

Merrill Gardens Corporate Office
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Merrill Gardens Corporate Office -

Merrill Gardens , a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, is currently hiring a Legal Assistant at our Corporate Office in Seattle (Eastlake), WA. Apply now to join one of the most respected senior living operators in the country!

Family means everything to us. From the communities we create to the connections we make with residents, everything we do is rooted in our history as a fifth-generation family business.

We build on that family with the people we hire and the teams they form. As a family company, we can do things differently, and for the past 30 years, our long-term commitment to team members has been unsurpassed.

We offer our team members :

  • Highly competitive pay and benefits
  • Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home
  • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and more
  • Paid time off to refresh and recharge in addition to company-paid holidays
  • 401(k) plan with a generous and immediately vested company match!
  • Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance
  • Fitness reimbursement and public transportation reimbursement
  • A rapidly growing company with opportunities for advancement

If you are someone with :

  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, Paralegal certification, or an associate’s degree in paralegal studies
  • 1 to 2 years of related experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role, preferably with exposure to risk management
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and database experience); experience with Smartsheet is a plus
  • The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • The Legal Assistant is responsible for, but not limited to, the following :

  • Supporting claims management by organizing documentation, maintaining logs, and coordinating with counsel
  • Processing invoices, obtaining approvals, and tracking legal and insurance-related expenses
  • Assisting with contract administration, including implementing a contract management system and maintaining a repository
  • Organizing and maintaining legal files and records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy
  • Assisting the Risk Management team with policy renewals, insurance tracking, and premium processing
  • Preparing and maintaining compliance and reporting documents for ownership and internal reviews
  • Scheduling and coordinating meetings, settlement conferences, and mediation sessions
  • Supporting risk management initiatives and distributing training materials
  • The pay range for this position will vary based on qualifications, experience, education, and other objective factors. Hiring at the maximum is not typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.

    Consider applying to become the Legal Assistant with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

    Yes, You Can have a meaningful career!

    Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

    Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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